Zarqawi: The New Face of al-Qaeda by Jean-Charles Brisard (French) Paperback Boo

Description: Zarqawi by Jean-Charles Brisard In recent months, Abu Musab al--Zarqawi has emerged as the driving force behind the worlda s most feared terrorist organization, Al Qaeda. As Bin Ladena s apparent successor, al--Zarqawi has been labelled a public enemy number onea by the US government and the price on his head has risen to almost 25 million dollars. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE French CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In recent months, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi has emerged as the driving force behind the worlds most feared terrorist organization, Al Qaeda. As Bin Ladens apparent successor, al-Zarqawi has been labelled public enemy number one by the US government and the price on his head has risen to almost 25 million dollars. Until now, little has been known about al-Zarqawi. Born in Jordan in 1968, he spent the 1980s in war-torn Afghanistan, followed by five years in prison before joining Al Qaeda in 1999. Having quickly gained the confidence of his superiors, al-Zarqawi ran Al Qaeda training camps in Afghanistan, where he taught recruits to use chemical and biological weapons. From 2001 onwards, he controlled several regional terrorist groups across Europe, which have been linked to attacks in the UK, France, Russia and the notorious train bombing in Madrid. His armed group, Tawhid and Jihad, is currently terrorizing Iraq, beheading hostages and carrying out deadly attacks across the country. In this, the first major study of al-Zarqawi, Jean-Charles Brisard takes an in-depth look at the man now widely regarded as the new face of Al Qaeda. Based on witness statements, official documents and previously unpublished material, Brisard offers a vivid and compelling account of Zarqawis rise to power as the incarnation of international terrorism and Islamic extremism. Back Cover In recent months, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi has emerged as the driving force behind the worlds most feared terrorist organization, Al Qaeda. As Bin Ladens apparent successor, al-Zarqawi has been labelled public enemy number one by the US government and the price on his head has risen to almost 25 million dollars. Until now, little has been known about al-Zarqawi. Born in Jordan in 1968, he spent the 1980s in war-torn Afghanistan, followed by five years in prison before joining Al Qaeda in 1999. Having quickly gained the confidence of his superiors, al-Zarqawi ran Al Qaeda training camps in Afghanistan, where he taught recruits to use chemical and biological weapons. From 2001 onwards, he controlled several regional terrorist groups across Europe, which have been linked to attacks in the UK, France, Russia and the notorious train bombing in Madrid. His armed group, Tawhid and Jihad, is currently terrorizing Iraq, beheading hostages and carrying out deadly attacks across the country. In this, the first major study of al-Zarqawi, Jean-Charles Brisard takes an in-depth look at the man now widely regarded as the new face of Al Qaeda. Based on witness statements, official documents and previously unpublished material, Brisard offers a vivid and compelling account of Zarqawis rise to power as the incarnation of international terrorism and Islamic extremism. Flap In recent months, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi has emerged as the driving force behind the worlds most feared terrorist organization, Al Qaeda. As Bin Ladens apparent successor, al-Zarqawi has been labelled public enemy number one by the US government and the price on his head has risen to almost 25 million dollars. Until now, little has been known about al-Zarqawi. Born in Jordan in 1968, he spent the 1980s in war-torn Afghanistan, followed by five years in prison before joining Al Qaeda in 1999. Having quickly gained the confidence of his superiors, al-Zarqawi ran Al Qaeda training camps in Afghanistan, where he taught recruits to use chemical and biological weapons. From 2001 onwards, he controlled several regional terrorist groups across Europe, which have been linked to attacks in the UK, France, Russia and the notorious train bombing in Madrid. His armed group, Tawhid and Jihad, is currently terrorizing Iraq, beheading hostages and carrying out deadly attacks across the country. In this, the first major study of al-Zarqawi, Jean-Charles Brisard takes an in-depth look at the man now widely regarded as the new face of Al Qaeda. Based on witness statements, official documents and previously unpublished material, Brisard offers a vivid and compelling account of Zarqawis rise to power as the incarnation of international terrorism and Islamic extremism. Author Biography Jean Charles Brisard is an independent terrorism expert Review "The book is extraordinarily detailed ... It is driven by the need to expose - relentlessly, in minute detail - a terrorist conspiracy with al-Zarqawi at its centre." The Age "Offers fascinating detail on how jihadis now think about their war on the crusader West." International Affairs Long Description In recent months, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi has emerged as the driving force behind the world s most feared terrorist organization, Al Qaeda. As Bin Laden s apparent successor, al-Zarqawi has been labelled public enemy number one by the US government and the price on his head has risen to almost 25 million dollars. Until now, little has been known about al-Zarqawi. Born in Jordan in 1968, he spent the 1980s in war-torn Afghanistan, followed by five years in prison before joining Al Qaeda in 1999. Having quickly gained the confidence of his superiors, al-Zarqawi ran Al Qaeda training camps in Afghanistan, where he taught recruits to use chemical and biological weapons. From 2001 onwards, he controlled several regional terrorist groups across Europe, which have been linked to attacks in the UK, France, Russia and the notorious train bombing in Madrid. His armed group, Tawhid and Jihad, is currently terrorizing Iraq, beheading hostages and carrying out deadly attacks across the country. In this, the first major study of al-Zarqawi, Jean-Charles Brisard takes an in-depth look at the man now widely regarded as the new face of Al Qaeda. Based on witness statements, official documents and previously unpublished material, Brisard offers a vivid and compelling account of Zarqawi s rise to power as the incarnation of international terrorism and Islamic extremism. Review Text "The book is extraordinarily detailed ... It is driven by the need to expose - relentlessly, in minute detail - a terrorist conspiracy with al-Zarqawi at its centre." The Age "Offers fascinating detail on how jihadis now think about their war on the crusader West." International Affairs Review Quote The book is extraordinarily detailed...It is driven by the need to expose - relentlessly, in minute detail - a terrorist conspiracy with al-Zarqawi at its centre. Saturday AGE Newspaper "...fascinating detail on how jihadis now think about their war on the crusader West." International Affairs Feature The first in-depth biographical study of the man labelled ?public enemy number 1? by the US government. Associated with the killings of Ken Bigley and Margaret Hussein, in recent months Abu Musab Al-Zarqawi?s name has become a by-word for the new Islamic extremism. Tells the extraordinary story of al-Zarqawi?s rise to power from his birth in Jordan, to his military training in Afghanistan and the formation of his terror cell Tawhid and Jihad. Separates al-Zarqawi the man from the myths which have grown up surrounding him. Draws on previously unpublished source material, including witness statements and official documents. Written by one of the world?s leading experts on international terrorism. Details ISBN0745635725 Pages 224 Year 2005 ISBN-10 0745635725 ISBN-13 9780745635729 Format Paperback Publication Date 2005-07-09 Imprint Polity Press Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 1st Illustrations black & white illustrations Language French DEWEY 303.625092 Subtitle The New Face of al-Qaeda Short Title Zarqawi Media Book DOI 10.1604/9780745635729 UK Release Date 2005-07-09 AU Release Date 2005-07-09 NZ Release Date 2005-07-09 Author Jean-Charles Brisard Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Alternative 9780745635712 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:8600243;

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